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Schubert, Franz
Franz Peter Schubert (1797 – 1828) was an Austrian composer considered to be the last master of the Viennese Classical school and one of the earliest proponents of musical Romanticism.
Although he died at the young age of 31, he managed to write some six hundred songs (Lieder) in addition to nine symphonies, various sonatas, string quartets, and other works. With a genius for original melodic and harmonic writing, Schubert is counted among the greats.
Yet, during his lifetime, public appreciation for his work was, for the most part, limited at best. He was also never able to secure adequate permanent employment and for the majority of his career, relied on the support of friends and family. However, interest in Schubert's work increased dramatically following his death in 1828, at which time over 100 of his compositions were published posthumously.
Early life and education
Schubert was born in the Himmelpfortgrund, a small suburb of Vienna. His father Franz, the son of a Moravian peasant, was a parish schoolmaster; his mother Elizabeth Vietz, had been a cook for a Viennese family prior to her marriage. Of the Schuberts' fifteen children (one illegitimate child was born in 1789), ten died in infancy; the surviving children included four sons Ignaz (b. 1785), Ferdinand (b. 1794), Karl (b. 1796), Franz, and a daughter Theresia (b. 1801). Their father Franz had possessed some ... MORE
Elegant solo piano - This Impromptu is a theme with variations. The main theme resembles a theme from the incidental music that Schubert composed for the play Rosamunde, which also appears in the second movement of his 13th string quartet. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Franz Schubert
A powerful, dramatic orchestral arrangement of Schubert's "Ave Maria" theme. Great for soundtrack, underscore, etc. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Franz Schubert
Beautiful instrumental version of Schubert's Ave Maria with classical violin, concert harp and background strings. Perfect for Christmas, religious projects, weddings, background, underscore or other dramatic use. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Franz Schubert
Quiet peaceful piano, described as one of the most exceptionally balanced and movingly exquisite movements in Chamber literature. Instrumental, Classical Music, Classical Period, Franz Schubert
Three musicians intone the insistent theme of Death in pursuit of the Maiden with the violin expressing the fragility and rising panic she feels, Instrumental, Classical Music, Classical Period, Franz Schubert
A flowing rendition of the familiar classic by Schubert. The flute performs the beautiful melody, the cello adds depth and passion in the countermelodies, and the marimba provides the flowing harmonies. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Ensemble, Franz Schubert
Simply beautiful, soaring rendition of timeless classic hymn with acoustic piano and female vocal! Female Vocal, Spiritual Music, Hymns, Franz Schubert
An East meets West version of the famous Ave Maria by Franz Schubert. Traditional orchestral harps plays the familiar accompaniment while the main melody is played by the Chinese Erhu violin. A new interpretation of this Classical piece like you've never heard before! Instrumental, Classical Music, Classical Period, Franz Schubert
Very emotional interpretation of Franz Schubert’s famous classical composition. Arranged for Piano & Solo Violin. Feat. professional players & recording technique, capturing a passionate & emotional performance. It projects a feeling of love & sentimentality. Instrumental, Classical Music, Classical Piano, Franz Schubert
Dramatic piano rendition of Franz Schubert's Sonata in A Major, Rondo Allegretto, perfect for scenes of courtly love, elegant royalty, romantic interplay and intrigue. Sophisticated and intricate. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Franz Schubert
Rousing Schubert symphony, commonly referred to as the Unfinished Symphony, starts dark and ominously, then segues to orchestral peaks and valleys, alternating between whimsical and mysterious. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Franz Schubert
Fourth movement, part of Deaths song. With the last syllable of Death's song, the key changes to D-Major and a repeat of the introduction. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Franz Schubert
This second movement is characterized by unremitting pain and misery. Slow solemn strings add to the air of distress, Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Franz Schubert
This holds the distinction of being the only full-fledged string quintet in Schuberts vast oeuvre. It employs 2 cellos instead of the customary 2 violas. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Franz Schubert
Setting the stage for Death and the Maiden, the impassioned beginning refects the depression that haunted Schubert during this time of his life. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Franz Schubert
Dramatic intricate rendition of Franz Schubert's Sonata in A Major, Rondo Allegretto, perfect for scenes of intrigue, mind games, angst, rousing fun, Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Franz Schubert
